Victim/Witness Specialist
Core
Provide emotional support, resources, and advocacy to victims and witnesses navigating the criminal justice system.
Role type
Victim/Witness Specialist
Builds
Support services and resource coordination for crime victims and witnesses
Domain
Criminal justice / Victim services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Crisis intervention, case coordination, record keeping, community resource mapping, legal rights education, empathy
Preferred skills
Background in social work, psychology, or criminal justice
Responsibilities
Offer support to victims and witnesses, assist individuals in understanding their rights and legal proceedings, coordinate with law enforcement and prosecutors, provide crisis intervention and referrals, collaborate with community partners, maintain accurate and confidential records
Seniority
Mid-level, direct service provider